Electrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of electrolysis ?
A
- The splitting up a substance with electricity.
2
Q
What is an electrolyte ?
A
- A liquid or solution in which can conduct electricity
3
Q
What is an electrode ?
A
A solid which conducts electricity
- It is put in an electrolyte to help conduct electricity
4
Q
What can be extracted with electrolysis ?
A
- Metals from ores
- (E.g aluminium from aluminium oxide)
5
Q
What can be extracted with electrolysis ?
A
- Metals from ores
6
Q
What is the anode the site of ?
A
- The site of oxidation
7
Q
What is the cathode the site of ?
A
- The site of reduction
